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| Built | 1953 by Jim Edmondson and Harry Damm |
| Condition | ★★★★☆ (intact; maintained by Bogong Outdoor Centre) |
| Location | Alpine National Park, VIC – Nelse Creek near Pole 788 |
| Alternate Names | Edmondson’s Hut |
| 1945 | Jim Edmondson leases grazing block with Leslie Cooper |
| 1953 | Hut constructed by Harry Damm using pre-cut timber from Tawonga |
| 1971 | Lease vacated; hut licensed to Education Department |
| 1980s | Used by Bogong School Camp; maintained by Bogong Outdoor Centre |
Edmondsons Hut was built in 1953 by Jim Edmondson of Wodonga and constructed by Harry Damm, who brought pre-cut timber and iron from Tawonga. The hut served as a grazing shelter and later became a base for educational groups, including the Bogong School Camp in the 1980s.
Located near Pole 788 on the Bogong High Plains, the hut is a short walk from the vehicle track and is shown on the Nelse Vicmap (GR 294 218). It remains a quiet, well-maintained refuge for walkers and skiers.
Edmondsons Hut is a gabled iron-clad structure with a mezzanine loft, masonite lining, and particle board upper floor. The ground floor is 90mm tongue-and-groove hardwood. The roof includes corrugated fibreglass panels for natural light. Furnishings include two bunks and a loft sleeping area.
The hut is dry, weatherproof, and suitable for emergency shelter. A pit toilet is located nearby.
Edmondsons Hut is maintained by the Bogong Outdoor Centre and supported by Parks Victoria. It is part of the Australian Alps National Parks Co-operative Management Program and is protected for its educational and pastoral heritage. The hut is regularly inspected and remains in good condition.
Visitors are encouraged to use the hut respectfully and camp nearby if staying overnight. Interpretive signage is recommended to highlight its construction story, grazing legacy, and educational use. Access is via Big River Fire Trail and a short walk west from Pole 788.